Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Gunner Stockton enjoyed a standout performance on Saturday, hitting deep passes against the Alabama Crimson Tide and helping his team win a big game in one of college football's top rivalries.
Georgia beat Alabama 20-17 on Saturday at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa. Stockton's decision to throw deep was a key part of the Bulldogs' offense as they beat their SEC rival.
College football analyst Cole Cubelic shared that Stockton completed five passes of at least 15 air yards against Alabama. Cubelic said this was the most Stockton has ever completed at that distance in one game.
This game showed how much Stockton has grown as a passer and how he can challenge defenses with deep throws. By hitting those longer passes, he helped open up chances for Georgia's offense against a strong Alabama defense.
Gunner Stockton steps up against Alabama
Stockton completed 18 of 22 passes for 249 yards, with one touchdown and one interception. He also ran for a touchdown, adding another threat to the Bulldogs' offense.
One of Stockton's key plays came in the second quarter, when he threw a 20-yard touchdown pass to London Humphreys. That score kept Georgia close before both teams traded points in the second half.
Georgia was down 14-10 at halftime but came back strong after the break. Stockton's third-quarter rushing touchdown tied the game at 17, and the Bulldogs took the lead with a fourth-quarter field goal.
Article Continues BelowThe win moved Georgia to a 6-0 record, giving Kirby Smart's team another big result as they chase their goals in the SEC and the College Football Playoff.
Stockton's new career-high mark in deep completions is another good sign for Georgia. His ability to throw downfield could be even more important as the Bulldogs take on tougher teams later this season.
As Georgia keeps building momentum, Stockton's game against Alabama showed the Bulldogs can win with a mix of smart passing, big throws, and key runs.